buildings varying in size on either side of a gravel path.

National Historic Site

Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site

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Info

Hopewell Furnace showcases an early American landscape of industrial operations from 1771-1883, Hopewell and other iron plantations laid the foundation for the transformation of the United States into an industrial giant for the time. The park's 848 acres and historic structures illustrate the business, technology and lifestyle of our growing nation.

Park Photos

buildings varying in size on either side of a gravel path.
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A community grew around the furnace, it yielded iron and a way of life.

Credit: NPS Image

buildings varying in size on either side of a gravel path.
Front of Hopewell Furnace's Boarding House
Side view of blacksmith shop with cast house behind it.
Side view of Hopewell Stove in front of wagon running gear.
Demonstration charcoal pile smoldering.

Activities

Arts and Culture
Craft Demonstrations
Cultural Demonstrations
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Hands-On
Living History
Junior Ranger Program
Museum Exhibits
Bookstore and Park Store
Biking
Compass and GPS
Geocaching
Picnicking
Hiking
Horse Trekking
Horseback Riding
Astronomy
Stargazing
Gathering and Foraging
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Hunting and Gathering
Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing
Food
Volunteer Vacation
Shopping
Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Operating Hours

Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00AM to 5:00PM. On days the park is closed, its historic buildings, parking lot and visitor center are unavailable for use, but its trails (which interconnect with trails from French Creek State Park) remain open. Restrooms will remain open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on days that the park is closed between Memorial Day and Labor Day. During the rest of the year, restrooms will remain closed on days when the park is closed.

DayHours
Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday
Closed
Sunday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday
Closed
Saturday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 5:00PM

Weather info

Summers are generally humid with daily temps. averaging 83 degrees (F) for a high and 60 degrees (F) for a low. Daily temps. in January average 38 degrees (F) for a high and 20 degrees (F) for a low. Precipitation averages 3-5 inches of rain per month during spring, summer and autumn. During winter conditions can be icy with snow accumulating up to several inches.

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